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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Brazil to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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